34k Forklift
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, NH Army National Guard, is soliciting quotes for a 34,000lb Forklift under Solicitation Number W912TF26QA008. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contract. The required forklift must meet specific salient characteristics, including a minimum 34,000lb load capacity and a fully enclosed operator cab. Quotes are due by June 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The NH Army National Guard requires one (1) 34K Forklift with the following minimum specifications:
- Minimum 34,000lb load capacity
- Maximum 46,000lb unloaded weight
- Independent fork movement/spacing
- Entire carriage side shift capability
- 8ft long forks
- Minimum 10ft lift height
- Fully enclosed operator cab with heat and air conditioning
- Backup camera Delivery is required Free On Board (FOB) Destination to 1 Minuteman Way, Concord, NH 03301.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: W912TF26QA008
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 423830 Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (Small Business Size Standard: 100 Employees)
- Published Date: May 1, 2026
- Questions Due: May 18, 2026, 12:00 PM EST (via email to Keith Abbott and Richard Trafton)
- Quotes Due: June 6, 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Time
- Quote Validity: 60 days
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on an evaluation of quotes as described in the "Provisions and Clauses" document and its addendum. The addendum to FAR 52.212-2 clarifies that evaluation will assess:
- Price: All line items must be priced reasonably and balanced.
- Technical Acceptability: Quoters must provide a detailed response demonstrating how their product meets or exceeds the Salient Characteristics of each item. Responses will be evaluated as Acceptable or Unacceptable. Interested parties must review the "Instructions to Offers" (IAW FAR 52.212-1) for submission details. All technical or contractual questions must be submitted in writing via email by the deadline. Offerors must be registered and "ACTIVE" in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov to be considered for award.
Key Documents
- Provisions and Clauses_W912TF26QA008.pdf: Contains applicable FAR/DFARS clauses, representations, certifications, payment instructions (WAWF), and subcontracting limitations.
- Addendum to FAR 52.212-2_Forklift.pdf: Clarifies evaluation criteria, particularly for technical acceptability and pricing.